Texans’ Demps to miss some time with broken left forearm

Coach Gary Kubiak began his weekly news conference today detailing the injuries suffered in Sunday’s 38-14 victory over Tennessee that elevated the Texans’ record to 4-0 going into their next game against the New York Jets.

Backup safety Quintin Demps, who has made some big plays off the bench, is out for an undermined time because of a broken left forearm that required surgery today. Last week, Demps underwent surgery to repair a broken thumb and played with a cast on his right hand.

“It’s not a season-ending injury, but he’s going to miss some time,” Kubiak said.

Shiloh Keo, the fourth safety, suffered a shoulder injury against the Titans, but Kubiak said he would be OK for the Jets’ game. They still need a fourth safety. They could sign Eddie Pleasant off the practice squad or sign a veteran free agent.

Guard Antoine Caldwell left the Tennessee game after aggravating his ankle injury. He has a sprained ankle. Kubiak said he would be day-to-day for the Jets game. He was replaced by rookie Ben Jones.

“Ben played like a rookie,” Kubiak said. “He did some good things, and he did some things that weren’t so good. You’re going to have growing pains with players like that. He played 40-plus plays at a position he’s never played. He was a center in college (Georgia).”

Kubiak gave his players off on Tuesday and Wednesday because of the Monday game. He wants to find out why the Texans aren’t running the ball with the authority of last season.

“Having the extra day is good,” he said. “The first thing I’m going to do is to look at myself. When I call the plays, am I giving us the best (chance to be successful).”

Kubiak was unhappy with the running game against the Titans. The Texans rushed for only 95 yards and averaged 3.1 a carry after averaging 150 yards in the first three victories. They couldn’t convert on third-and-1 and third-and-2.

Arian Foster carried 24 times for 86 yards and a touchdown. He’s on a pace for 412 carries, 1,520 yards and 20 touchdowns.

“He can handle it,” Kubiak said. “I’m not worried about Arian.”

Kubiak said tight end Owen Daniels was the offensive player of the game. Free safety Glover Quin was the defensive player, and outside linebacker Bryan Braman was the special teams player of the game.

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See the best images from the Texans’ 38-14 win over the Titans.

Photo: Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle

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Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson high steps across the goal line as he returns a fourth quarter interception for a touchdown during the Texans 38-14 victory over the Titans.

Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson high steps across the goal line as he returns a fourth quarter interception for a touchdown during the Texans 38-14 victory over the Titans.

Photo: Nick de la Torre / Houston Chronicle

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Titans running back Chris Johnson is upended by Texans defensive back Alan Ball during the fourth quarter.

Titans running back Chris Johnson is upended by Texans defensive back Alan Ball during the fourth quarter.

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Texans defensive end J.J. Watt slaps hands with fans as he leaves the field after the Texans beat the Titans.

Texans defensive end J.J. Watt slaps hands with fans as he leaves the field after the Texans beat the Titans.

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Texans fullback James Casey scores on an 11-yard touchdown reception on the opening drive against the Titans.

Texans fullback James Casey scores on an 11-yard touchdown reception on the opening drive against the Titans.

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Texans strong safety Glover Quin (29) sacks Titans quarterback Jake Locker during the first quarter. Locker was injured on the play and left the game.

Texans strong safety Glover Quin (29) sacks Titans quarterback Jake Locker during the first quarter. Locker was injured on the play and left the game.

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Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) steps in front of Titans wide receiver Damian Williams (17) for an interception, that he returned 63 yards for a touchdown during the fourth quarter.

Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) steps in front of Titans wide receiver Damian Williams (17) for an interception, that he returned 63 yards for a touchdown during the fourth quarter.

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Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) runs past Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck (8) on his way to a 63-yard interception return for a touchdown.

Texans cornerback Kareem Jackson (25) runs past Titans quarterback Matt Hasselbeck (8) on his way to a 63-yard interception return for a touchdown.